This is the PYP Absence Request Form. All musicians are required to fill out and submit a request when missing a rehearsal or concert. Absence requests via email to your conductor/orchestra manager are not acceptable forms of absence notices. All requests for missing a rehearsal must be done at least 2 weeks in advance, unless due to illness or last-minute emergency. All principals and section leaders also must speak to their conductor before signing out. Concert attendance is mandatory, and we expect all musicians to participate in their ensemble's concerts. Missing a concert should only happen under extreme circumstances. Should you need to request an absence for missing a concert, this must be done at least a month in advance and will be unexcused regardless of reason. Please notify your manager BEFORE you sign out for a concert. Please review the Attendance Policy in the handbook if you have any further questions. Thank you.
Principals and section leaders are required to get conductor approval before signing out.
Partial absences count as 1/2 excused or unexcused, depending on whether it is for a rehearsal or concert.